EMPOWERING WOMEN.

TRANSFORMING COMMUNITIES.

Join us in building a world free from violence, where women and girls can thrive, lead and access equal opportunities.

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Community Focus

We empower local communities by connecting women and girls with essential resources, knowledge and support for lasting change.

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Real Impact

Our programmes create meaningful change through education, advocacy, wellbeing, leadership and community support.

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Wider Reach

Based in Ireland, we work with local and international partners to support women and girls and extend our impact across communities.

ABOUT CAD AID Foundation

Founded in 2016, CAD AID Foundation is an Irish migrant-led non-profit organisation dedicated to empowering women and girls, promoting inclusion and addressing gender-based violence through education, advocacy, wellbeing and community programmes.

Inspired by lived experience, our founder established CAD AID Foundation to create safer spaces, expand opportunities and build a brighter future for women and girls affected by violence, inequality and social exclusion.

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Our Programmes

Explore our programmes designed to empower women and girls, promote wellbeing and inclusion, strengthen leadership, prevent gender-based violence and create safer, more connected communities.

WomenUp

A learning and capacity-building programme providing women and girls with practical training in communication, digital skills, writing, leadership, entrepreneurship and personal development.

Roots of Strength (Rebuilding Safety for Women Programme)

A safe healing and empowerment programme for women, particularly migrants, refugees and asylum seekers, combining mental health awareness, rights education, peer support, leadership and access to local services.

CAFAFUD (CAD AID Family Fun Day)

A community and family-focused programme bringing women, children and families together through educational, recreational and wellbeing activities that strengthen inclusion, connection and community participation.

Help Us Create Lasting Change

Your support helps us provide safe spaces, education, wellbeing programmes, leadership opportunities and essential support for women, girls and families.

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Inspiring Transformations

Discover how our programmes help women, girls and communities build confidence and resilience, develop practical skills and access new opportunities.

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New Beginnings

After facing severe adversity, Sarah joined our Women’s UP programme, where she rebuilt her confidence and leadership skills, ultimately launching her own business.
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Path to Education

Aisha struggled with educational access, but through Africa Educates Her, she received mentorship and a scholarship, now thriving as a university student and leader.

Support Our Mission

Your contributions can directly impact the lives of women and girls, helping them lead empowered lives.

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